2009-J5704

Honoring Officer Santo "Sonny" DiStefano on his retirement from the Suffolk County Police Department

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2009-J5704


LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Officer Sonny DiStefano upon the occa-
sion of his retirement from the Suffolk County Police Department

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and honor
the distinguished officers and citizens who devote themselves to public
service, demonstrating great courage and diligence in providing for the
care and welfare of the citizens of their communities and this great
Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Within every community of the State of New York there are
certain individuals who, by virtue of their commitment and dedication,
command the respect and admiration of their community for their exem-
plary contributions and service on behalf of others; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Officer Santo
"Sonny" DiStefano upon the occasion of his retirement from the Suffolk
County Police Department after 25 years of commendable service; and
WHEREAS, After serving six years in the NYPD, Officer DiStefano of
Patchogue joined the Suffolk County Police Department on September 23,
1985 and retired on April 26, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Proudly wearing shield number 3458, he served many years in
the Public Information Section and the Sixth Precinct Patrol and then
with the Fifth Precinct Patrol, the command from which he retired; and
WHEREAS, Officer DiStefano's colleagues, family and friends will gath-
er at Calverton Links on Wednesday, June 9, 2010 to honor and congratu-
late him and to wish him well in his retirement; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that dedicated
public servants, such as Officer Sonny DiStefano, who unselfishly devote
their lives to the preservation of order and the protection of others
are worthy and due full praise and recognition for their commitment and
noble endeavors; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Officer Sonny DiStefano upon the occasion of his retirement from
the Suffolk County Police Department after 25 years of service; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Officer Sonny DiStefano.

actions

  • 28 / May / 2010
    • REFERRED TO FINANCE
  • 03 / Jun / 2010
    • REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
  • 03 / Jun / 2010
    • ADOPTED

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